City Montessori School has consistently nurtured young achievers who excel globally. The stories of CMS alumni receiving 100% scholarships for foreign universities highlight the school’s unparalleled commitment to academic and extracurricular excellence. Let’s explore the inspiring journeys of four CMS alumni who achieved extraordinary milestones.
Ananya Choudhary
Alumna, CMS Aliganj Campus I
Harvard University, USA | 100% Scholarship (₹2.8 Crore)
Ananya Choudhary’s journey to Harvard is a testament to the transformative education she received at CMS. Reflecting on her experience, Ananya shares:
“Studying at City Montessori School not only provided me a robust academic foundation but also exposed me to a diverse range of activities that shaped me holistically. This unique environment cultivated a passion for blending sciences with legal studies, an interdisciplinary approach that became pivotal in my academic pursuits at Harvard. Moreover, the exceptional faculty served as a constant source of inspiration and guidance, equipping me with the skills and mindset necessary to secure a place at Harvard.”
Prakriti Tandon
Alumna, CMS Mahanagar Campus
Cornell University, USA | 100% Scholarship (₹2.4 Crore)
Prakriti Tandon’s dedication and the support she received at CMS helped her secure admission to Cornell University with a Tata Trust Scholarship. She explains:
“I applied for need-based financial aid while seeking admission at Cornell, which was granted with 100% Tata Trust Scholarship and an offer letter for admission. I will opt for Chemistry major in undergrad. Seeing me excel in Sciences, my teachers always motivated me to work hard and seek admission in the best university. I was ably guided by my school’s career counselor which helped me to choose the right place for my further studies.”
Lakshya Sharma
Alumnus, CMS Gomti Nagar Campus I
BTech & ME at University of Pennsylvania | PhD at MIT, USA (₹2.1 Crore)
Lakshya Sharma’s academic journey highlights the role of early exposure to international experiences. He recounts:
“At CMS, my natural curiosity was fostered by participating in multiple international maths and science olympiads, which took me to Indonesia, Mexico, Philippines, and Taiwan from the young age of 9. These international experiences broadened my horizons, as I got to see different education systems. I realized that studying in the world’s most renowned research institutions was the best way to develop myself to the fullest.”
Narayan Srivastava
Alumnus, CMS Aliganj Campus I
University of Toronto | 100% Scholarship (₹2.1 Crore)
Narayan Srivastava’s leadership and academic excellence earned him the prestigious Lester B. Pearson Scholarship at the University of Toronto. He reflects:
“Serving as the Head Boy and as Secretary-General of CMS MUN, my experience at City Montessori School truly transformed my perspective on life and inspired me to dream big. The commitment to peace education instilled values of empathy and cooperation, preparing us to contribute positively to the world. I am grateful for a truly enriching academic journey which could help me secure 99% and become Uttar Pradesh’s first holder of the prestigious Lester B. Pearson Scholarship at the University of Toronto.”
CMS takes pride in cultivating an environment where students can dream big and achieve even bigger. From academic guidance to extracurricular opportunities, the school continues to support its students in becoming global citizens, equipped to excel at the world’s leading universities.
These stories of 100% Scholarship for Foreign University are just the tip of the ice berg, as CMS alumni continue to leave their mark worldwide and even in the space.
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